Microsoft builds a bouncer to keep bots out of Teams meetings
Summary
Microsoft has introduced a new feature for Teams meetings that allows independent software vendors (ISVs) to authenticate their bots. This "bouncer" mechanism will enable organizers to control which bots are allowed to join their meetings, ensuring only trusted bots gain access.
IFF Assessment
FRIEND
This development is good for defenders as it introduces a mechanism to improve the security and trustworthiness of bots interacting within collaboration platforms.
Defender Context
As more services integrate bots into collaboration tools like Teams, defenders need to be aware of potential misuse. This feature allows for better control over bot access, mitigating risks from malicious or unauthorized bots that could disrupt meetings or exfiltrate information.